Books like Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
Award winning
Funny, Funny Lyle (Lyle the Crocodile)
Bernard Waber, 1987
40 pages
Why to read
Engages children with humor and vibrant illustrations.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable conflicts.
Supports emotional development and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonds.

Funny, Funny Lyle (Lyle the Crocodile)
Bernard Waber, 1987
Award winning
Shrek the Third: Friends and Foes
Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story with engaging, dynamic characters.
Encourages creativity and friendship values.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
Fun, interactive experience for young readers.

Shrek the Third: Friends and Foes
Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, Catherine Hapka, Steven E. Gordon, 2007
Award winning
Pony Scouts: The Camping Trip (I Can Read Level 2)
Catherine Hapka, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story enhances curiosity and exploration.
Strengthens reading skills, ideal for young readers.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Accessible vocabulary builds confidence in new readers.

Pony Scouts: The Camping Trip (I Can Read Level 2)
Catherine Hapka, 2014
Award winning
Horse Diaries #1: Elska
Catherine Hapka, 2009
49 pages
Why to read
Engaging historical narrative enhances cultural understanding.
Features strong, empathetic equine protagonist.
Encourages empathy and respect for animals.
Supports development of emotional intelligence.

Horse Diaries #1: Elska
Catherine Hapka, 2009
Award winning
LEGO Friends: Mystery in the Whispering Woods (Chapter Book #3)
Catherine Hapka, Cathy Hapka, 2014
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Relatable LEGO Friends characters foster emotional growth.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Ideal for independent or shared reading sessions.

LEGO Friends: Mystery in the Whispering Woods (Chapter Book #3)
Catherine Hapka, Cathy Hapka, 2014
Courage
Bernard Waber, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates various forms of bravery and courage.
Empowers children to face fears confidently.
Shows courage in everyday situations.
Illustrations and text spark imagination and discussion.

Courage
Bernard Waber, 2002
Minnie Mysteries (Pictureback(R))
Catherine Hapka, Rh Disney, 2003
72 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery stories for young curious minds.
Develops critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Characters that foster empathy and relate to readers.
Illustrations that captivate and enhance storytelling.

Minnie Mysteries (Pictureback(R))
Catherine Hapka, Rh Disney, 2003
Award winning
We Will Rock Our Classmates: Penelope Rex
Ryan T. Higgins, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Boosts confidence through relatable character Penelope Rex.
Encourages inclusivity and friendship in school settings.
Supports emotional development and self-expression.
Ideal for engaging young readers in group discussions.
